ACTOR ROBERT PATTINSON TEAMS UP WITH  PARKER FINN FOR POSSESSION REMAKE.

ACTOR ROBERT PATTINSON TEAMS UP WITH PARKER FINN FOR POSSESSION REMAKE.

By REBECCA ERINAH NAKIBERU

Robert Pattinson and Parker Finn are working together on a remake of "Possession," a story set in West Berlin that explores marital conflict amidst unsettling supernatural elements. The project has attracted attention from major studios, generating a competitive bidding process.

 

Robert Pattinson is getting ready to produce a new version of Andrzej Żuławski's 1981 thriller "Possession." Parker Finn, who is finishing up "Smile " will write and direct the remake.

However , Incase you're new to the original film, Żuławski's psychological thriller is set in West Berlin. The story follows Sam Neill as a spy who becomes suspicious of his wife, played by Isabella Adjani, possibly having an affair.

Moreso, In the film, infidelity and marital problems become minor concerns compared to a destructive cycle triggered by their impending divorce. This includes murder, doppelgangers, and even more intense events.

Further more,  It's a sad reflection on a marriage falling apart, created by a man whose own relationship was breaking down at that time. 

Early pitches for the remake have grabbed the interest of potential buyers like A24, Netflix, Paramount, Sony, and Warner Bros. Executives are excited about the film's wild and unconventional storyline.

Therefore one can assert that an bidding war has erupted among A24, Netflix, Paramount, Sony, and Warner Bros., igniting town-wide interest. Meetings are currently underway this week, with more companies expected to join in soon since the project has captivated the attention of the town.

It should be noted that, The updated version of the 1981 psychological supernatural horror film has started a competition for the rights, which is happening now.

Never the less, It's not certain if Robert Pattinson will take an acting role in the project or stay focused on producing. His collaboration on "The Lighthouse," a cosmic horror film with Robert Eggers, along with Finn's skill in psychological horror, adds valuable experience to their partnership.

In a nut shell , Robert Pattinson and Parker Finn are collaborating on a remake of "Possession," a thrilling tale of marital turmoil set against the backdrop of West Berlin. The project has stirred significant interest among major studios, sparking a competitive bidding war. Whether Pattinson will also star in the film is yet to be confirmed.

Photo credit : Empire online.com

 

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